An Important statement from the Chairman of Downers Grove youth Baseball:
Dear Parents,
The safety of all children participating in Downers Grove Youth Baseball has always been the number one priority of the board of directors of DGYB.
On February 14, 2018 the “Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sports Authorization act of 2017” was signed into law and became effective immediately.
We are required to have back ground checks of all managers and coaches which DGYB was already administering. We will continue to have this program as a requirement to manage and coach for DGYB. We are also required to have a safe sports policy in place, which we have included links on our site. All volunteers will receive this plan along with educational documentation.
Also, please find the following links on our site: Parents Guide to Child Abuse/Molestation Risk Management Program along with the Abuse/Molestation risk Management Program document. Before the season begins these programs will be discussed with the coaches and they will sign off that they have received this information.
Regards,
Jim Tremmel
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Parents guide and Volunteer Back Round Check Form
Please use the above link to access both parent guide and volunteer back round check form. Thank You.
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FALL BALL Registration is closed.
2021 DGYB Fall Ball registration is now closed. Please email dgybinformation@gmail.com to be added to a waitlist.
2021 Fall Ball Registration
Welcome to the Fall Ball League of DGYB. Our Fall Ball age divisions are different from our Spring Season divisions. The Fall 2021 baseball age is the player's age as of August 31, 2021.
6 and 7 year-olds will use Rookie League Fields and will be a combination of coach pitch and player pitch. This level is NOT appropriate for those entering Kindergarten- birth certificates are required at the first practice for new players.
8 and 9 year-olds will play together using AA fields (65' bases, 46' mound). 10 and 11 year-olds will use AAA fields (70' bases, 48' mound), and 12 and 13 year-olds will use a Prep 13 field (80' bases and 54' mound).
Please continue reading below for more details before registering.
Age Groups for DGYB Fall Ball
| Age Group | Rules |
| Ages 6 - 7 | Please see note above |
| Ages 8 - 9 | AA Rules |
| Ages 10 - 11 | AAA Rules |
| Ages 12 - 13 | Prep 13 Rules |
2021 Fall Ball Ages and Fees
| From | To | DGYB Age | In District | Out of District |
| September 1, 2014 | August 31, 2015 | 6 | $85 | $125 |
| September 1, 2013 | August 31, 2014 | 7 | $85 | $125 |
| September 1, 2012 | August 31, 2013 | 8 | $95 | $135 |
| September 1, 2011 | August 31, 2012 | 9 | $95 | $135 |
| September 1, 2010 | August 31, 2011 | 10 | $95 | $135 |
| September 1, 2009 | August 31, 2010 | 11 | $95 | $135 |
| September 1, 2008 | August 31, 2009 | 12 | $115 | $155 |
| September 1, 2007 | August 31, 2008 | 13 | $115 | $155 |
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
FALL BALL FACTS
- We play games only on weekends, Saturdays and Sundays. In 2021, the season runs September 11 through October 17 with practices starting the week of August 30.
- Generally two practices a week until games start, one during the week and the other on the weekend.
- Once games start, practices are once a week, during early evening as daylight permits.
- Fall fields are McCollum, Randall, and Gilbert Parks, and El Sierra, Hillcrest, Kingsley and Indian Trail Schools
- Registration closes August 20, and coaches will contact you through email with team, practice and game information by August 27.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
- Registration for Fall Ball 2021 is to be completed on-line via our secure website hosted by SportsEngine, by August 20, 2021.
- Please complete each section of the form.
- To support our mission, each player and parent/guardian must review and agree to the established Code of Conduct and Waiver provided in this registration form.
- In order to receive updates from your coach, league and event information, please check 'yes' in the box in the parent/guardian profile section. DGYB is respectful of your privacy and will not use your contact information to solicit information.
- DGYB is a 100% volunteer organization and relies on the dedication of our families. Please consider selecting Volunteer opportunities of your interest. Our players would not have a program without the efforts of all of our members. We are extremely grateful for your support to DGYB.
- Visa, MasterCard, or Discover payments are accepted. Online payments only. Please no OFFLINE orders. Thank you.
Play Ball,
DGYB Board of Directors
DGYB Preseason General membership Meeting and Election of Officers
The DGYB Board of Directors held the Annual General Membership meeting on two evenings. Monday May 3rd and Tuesday May 4th. 7-745PM at The Perfect Swing 8251 Lemont Rd. Darien, IL.
League officials reported on the state of the organization including; current financial report, league updates, team sponsors and community partners, White Sox uniform update, and questions from the audience.
Downers Grove Park District Covid restrictions and participation rules were also reviewed.
Election of officers to the Executive Committee.
James Tremmel was elected to a two year term as Chairman of The Board of Directors.
Robert Riegler will continue to serve as Secretary.
If you were able to attend thank you for your participation.
Players who reside outside DG Park District boundaries are charged an additional $40 Park District Fee
Email contacts
Our normal email server is experiencing difficulty. While we work on a resolution, please email us at dgybinformation@gmail.com
For fall ball email us at dgybfallbaseball@gmail.com
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bat Rules for ages 9 - 12, North and South Youth Leagues (A, AA, AAA)
All new bats that bear the USABaseball licensing mark are permissible for play in the DGYB Youth Leagues (A, AA, AAA). Barrels may have a diameter of 2 1/4 inches to 2 5/8 inches.
Bats that were previously allowable in DGYB Youth Leagues with diameters limited to 2 1/4 inches will still be permissible in 2020.
Bat rules for Babe Ruth (Ages 13-16) allow bats marked with the USABaseball mark or "BBCOR .50" mark, limited to 2 5/8 barrel diameter.
If you have questions email info@dgyb.org
Click on the baseball to register.
2021 TEAM SPONSOR DRIVE
Many Thanks to our 2020 community partners and team sponsors.
Please use the link below and help DGYB continue to improve youth baseball in your community. We are holding our participation fee's steady for 2021 in an effort to keep baseball affordable for everyone in our community. Support our partners visit the partners directory. Become a DGYB community partner sponsor one or more teams today.
Thank You DGYB Board of Directors